The impressive return of Trong Hoang
(Baonghean.vn) - The return of Trong Hoang and Que Ngoc Hai along with the brilliance of other individuals on both the offensive and defensive lines helped Viettel FC have a resounding victory against the representative of the Philippines.
After an unsatisfactory opening match at the AFC Champions League 2021, Viettet showed great determination in the second match against KaYa FC when they fielded their strongest lineup, including the return of two players Trong Hoang and Que Ngoc Hai.
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Viettel entered the field with almost its strongest lineup. Photo: Hai Hoang |
The reigning V-League champion was rated higher than his opponent before the match, so he was confident that he would win all 3 points in the second match of Group F. However, few people were optimistic that Viettel could destroy Kaya with a score of 5-0.
Viettel entered the game confidently and quickly overwhelmed their opponents thanks to their proactive play. In the 2nd minute, from a pass from Bui Duy Thuong on the right wing, Hoang Duc entered the penalty area and skillfully placed the ball with his left foot into the far corner of the goal, scoring against Kaya FC. With an early opening goal, Viettel became more proactive in organizing their attacks and switching their positions.
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Vietnam's representative easily scored against Kaya. Photo: Hai Hoang |
The presence ofTrong Hoangin the midfield area helps Viettel to compete for the ball very well from the opponent to immediately counterattack quickly. In the 7th minute, from a quick transition situation in the home field, Trong Hoang in the middle of the field passed the ball for Caique to get past defender Kaya. He calmly finished to the far corner, eliminating goalkeeper Louie Casas. The ball slowly went into the net while the representative from the Philippines was helpless.
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Trong Hoang's presence in the midfield area helps Viettel play better. Photo: Hai Hoang |
In the following minutes of the first half, Viettel was still the proactive team and created 2 more notable opportunities. However, in the second half, Viettel did not miss the opportunity to score more goals. Right in the 48th minute, from a corner kick on the left wing by Trong Hoang, Bui Tien Dung jumped high and headed the ball into Kaya's net, raising the score to 3-0.
In the 61st minute, Caique ran up to receive Jaha's pass, got past a Kaya defender before finishing diagonally to raise the score to 4-0 for the representative from Vietnam.
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Viettel dominated and continuously scored goals against Kaya FC. Photo: Hai Hoang |
In the 66th minute, Vu Minh Tuan just entered the field from the bench and sealed a "5-star" victory for Viettel with a delicate finish.
Viettel deserves to receive praise from Vietnamese football fans for what they are showing at the AFC Champions League in their first participation. In particular, with the impressive return of Trong Hoang, Viettel FC will certainly play better in the upcoming matches.
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Viettel became the Vietnamese club with the biggest win in the AFC Champions League. Photo: Hai Hoang |
Winning 5-0 overall, Viettel got their first 3 points in the group stage of the AFC Champions League 2021. In the next match, Trong Hoang and his teammates will meet host BG Pathum United (Thailand) on July 2.